Field Tech/ Sr. Field Tech - Power Systems Tech I, II, III, or IV

About the role

Field Techs and Power Systems Technicians (or NETA Technicians) are expected to perform service, test, and maintain various types of power transmission and distribution equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data of low, medium and/ or high voltage (to 500kV) electrical systems.
• Install, commission, test, and maintain protective relaying equipment, including relay panels, transformers, and circuit breakers.
• Develop and document standardized commissioning, testing, and maintenance procedures for relay systems.
• Create relay macros and testing routines to confirm system protection and control configurations.
• Execute end-to-end relay testing with specialized software, identifying relay behavior based on fault conditions.
• Review relay settings and logic equations to ensure alignment with design requirements.
• Perform low, medium and/ or high voltage switchgear and circuit breaker testing.
• Maintain, test, recondition, and repair circuit breakers – low voltage 480 volt (molded case and air-magnetic), medium voltage up to 15 KV (air-magnetic and vacuum).
• Test and inspect low and medium voltage cable installations.
• Operate high voltage test equipment including Doble Power Factor test sets.
• Execute start-up, troubleshooting, and repair services on controls and transfer schemes.
• Rotate emergency on-call duty and respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner.
• All work and decisions shall be conducted in strict compliance of all regulatory laws.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED and minimum 1 year of experience in a related field.
• Experience with various industry standards such as: NETA, NEC, OSHA and NFPA.
• Experience with MCC's, Breakers, relay testing, oil testing, infrared scanning, performing start-up on switchgear up through 500kV class, etc.
• Good theoretical understanding of electricity and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills verbally and in writing.
• Dependable and responsible with good judgment and organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills with working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver’s license for positions utilizing a company vehicle.

Benefits

Compensation: Pay range for a Field Tech/Power Systems Tech I to a level IV ranges from $25 to $65 (depending on skillset, certification, and experience) per hour and eligible for overtime. Daily meal and incidentals per diem available when traveling for overnight work. Relocation assistance is available for highly qualified candidates.